Directive

On the brink of moving to Pittsburgh, I today read this word from God to Jeremiah:

"Get yourself ready! Stand up and say to them whatever I command you. Do not be terrified by them, or I will terrify you before them. Today I have made you a fortified city, an iron pillar and a bronze wall to stand against the whole land."

I take delight knowing that:

1. God is very, very good at getting our attention;

2. God's word is simultaneously terrifying and encouraging, and...

3. ...God's directions are intensely clear.